Promax 6 User Manual
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CABLE TV AN ALYZ ER
PROMAX-6
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Description
The
installation and maintenance of reception and distributions systems for
and digital
instrume nt for
including the
good operation of any installation within the
the basic functions for signal analysis in an accurate, sturdy, economical and easy
to use device. It can carry perform the following types of measurements:
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television signals. Its frequency range makes it into an excellent
The
PROMAX-6
Analogue channe ls
is an
advanced model signal level meter
FM radio, colle ctiv e T V
sub-ba nd
(return channel).
can carry out all the measurements necessary for ensuring
: - Carrier level m eter
- Carrier to No ise (C/N) ratio meter
- Video to Audio (V/A) ratio meter
(MATV) and
5 to 862 MHz
cable T V a pplications
designed for the
range as it incorporates
ana logue
(CATV),
Digital cha nnels
All the measurements for both analogue and digital channels are direct, i.e.
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with the type of signal to be measured.
The
of more than thirty years in the development of instrumentation for television. It
enables the measurement of the signal level with a high degree of accuracy; it
incorporates a series of functions for evaluating the picture quality.
automatically carries out all the necessary corrections in accordance
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: - Channel power meter
- Carrier to No ise (C/N) ratio meter
is the result of intensive work in research and the experience
Its design,
based on a control system with an intelligent microprocessor
provides the user with easy-to-use advanced features. The digital control system
allows the user to make most of the necessary operations automatic in order to
optimize the measurement process; for example, c ontinuous frequency
synthesis
correction of linearity and flatness errors, the proper selection of attenuators and
automatic cut-off if the instrument remains inactive for a c ertain period of time. To
enhance its features, it allows a plan of up to 239 channels.
Its accuracy and reliability satisfy the requirements of the most demanding
users.
,
,
The signal level measured is shown numerically on an LCD display in absolute
values. It is also equipped with a
computer connection
which allows one to
personalize the configuration of the instrument.
The instrument is powered by an external rechargeable battery and it is safe to
use outdoors.
The implementation of all these functions in an instrument weighing only half
a kilo, makes the
PROMAX-6
an incomparable work tool.
Every detail has been carefully studied to achieve the best possible balance
between its features and its operability. The result is an easy-to-handle piece of
equipment with advanced functions, which may be used ev en by non-specialized
personnel.
1.2 Specifications
Tuning
Tuning range From 5 to 862 MHz
Tuning mode By channels or frequency
Channel plan CCIR
(1) (2)
Frequency 62.5 kHz resolution
Indication LCD alphanumeric display with back lighting
Level measurement
Measurement
Analogue channels Level measurement associated with video carrier
Digital channels Power measurement on the equivalent bandwidth for
QAM signals (7 or 8 MHz).
Measurement range
Analogue channels From 25 to 120 dBµV (-35 dBm V to 60 dBmV)
Digital channels From 34 to 129 dBµV (-26 dBmV to 69 dBmV )
Readout Digital in dBµV (or dBmV
(1) (2)
). 1 dB resolution
IF bandwidth 230 kHz ± 50 kHz
Input impedance 75
Ω
Audible indicator Tone which varies with the signal level
Accuracy
Analogue channels ± 2 dB (from 0 to 40 ºC)
modulation
(4)
.
(4)
for negative video
Digital channels ± 3 dB (from 0 to 40 ºC) for 8 MHz bandwidth
channels.
(3)
Vide o/ A udio
(Analogue channels)
Measurement Ratio of video to audio carrier levels
Range From 0 to 40 dB
Audio subcarrier frequency
Standard 5.5 MHz
(1) (2)
Variable 4 - 9 MHz
Accuracy ± 2 dB (from 0 to 40 ºC) for FM audio carrier
Carrier-to-Noise
Measurement
Analogue channels Ratio between carrier level and the channel's noise
level.
Digital channels Ratio between the power level of the channel and the
noise level outside it or between adjacent channels.
Measurement range
Analogue channels 40 - 50 dB (input level > 60 dBµV)
(6)
Digital channels 15 - 40 dB (input level 80 dBµV )
Accuracy ± 3 dB (45 - 862 MHz), ± 4 dB (5 - 45 MHz)
(5)
Sound
Demodulation AM / FM
Output Internal speaker / external headphones
Powe r supply
NiCd battery 7.2 V - 0.8 Ah
Low battery indicator Indication on the display
Battery life 1 hour and 45 minutes (30% on/off)
Automatic cut-off Cut-off after approximately 12 minutes of non-use
Mains to charger adapter 230 V / 50-60 Hz / 12 W minimum (EUROPE and
other countries).
Battery charger By fast external charger. 12-16 VDC / 12 W
Equipment consumption 4.7 W
Environme ntal conditions
This equipment could be used on the following environmental conditions, in this
conditions the specifications could also be applied.
- Altitude: up to 2000 metres
- Temperature range: from 5ºC to 40ºC
- Maximum relative humidity 80% (up to 31ºC), decreasing lineally up to
50% at 40ºC.
- Degree of protection provided by the enclosure: IP-23 (tested for safety
according to IEC529 and IEC1010-1).
Mechanical features
Dimensions 70 W (90 on the display) x 218 H x 50 D mm
Weight 580 g. (including battery)
(1) Under request carried out at the factory. (See option OPT-006-61)
(2) May be configured by PC by means of the RM-006 program. (See optional
accessories).
(3) There may be certain frequencies where the symbol "<" appears at levels
higher than 25 dBµV (max imum 28 dB ). T his is due to the autom atic c orrection
of the frequency response.
The value measured remains correct, although the accuracy becomes ±3 dB
(4) For the positive video modulation (Stand. L) it can vary from 0 to -2 dB among
white and black image.
(5) For the AM audio carrier (Stand L), it can vary from 0 to -3 dB below the V/A
value.
(6) See appendix E
Accessories included
AL-012
EUROPE and other countries 230 V / 50-60 Hz mains adaptor (basic
version only).
AL-022
USA and CANADA 120 V / 50-60 Hz mains adaptor (only with the
OPT-006-1).
AL-032
AL-042
AL-052
AA-01 2
DC-234
DC-286
AD-057
AD-058
CC-030
CB-410
CB-038
Options
OPT-006-1
OPT-006-2
OPT-006-3
OPT-006-4
OPT-006-61
UK 230 V / 50-60 Hz mains adaptor (only with the OPT-006-2)
Australia 240 V / 50-60Hz mains adaptor (only with the OPT-006-3)
Japan 100 V / 50-60 Hz mains adaptor (only with the OPT-006-4)
Car supply adapter cable
Carrier case
Carrier belt
F/h - F/h input adaptor
F/m - F/h rapid adaptor
F/m - F/m (1m) coaxial cable
Battery charger module
7.2 V, 0.8 Ah NiCd rechargeable battery
Substitute mains adapter for AL-022
Substitute mains adapter for AL-032
Substitute mains adapter for AL-042
Substitute mains adapter for AL-052
Change channel tables, units of measurement, etc. (Carried out
under request in the factory).
Optional acce ssories
AD-055
AD-056
DC-284
CB-038
RM-006
F/h - BNC/h adaptor
F/h - IEC/h adaptor
Rubber holster
7.2 V, 0.8 Ah NiCd rechargeable battery
Programming pack. Enables the change, by means of a PC, of the
channel tables, measurement units (dBµV , dBmV) etc.
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2 SAFETY RULES
* Use this equipment connected
ground potential
.
* Use this equipment in
only to devices or systems with their common a t
Category I
installations and
Pollution Degree 2
environments
* When using some of the following accessories
use only the specified ones
ensure safety.
Power adaptor
Rechargeable battery
Cigarette lighter adaptor
Battery charger
* Observe all
specified ra tings
* Use this instrument under the
The use r is only authoriz ed to
*
both of supply and measurement
specified e nvironmenta l conditions
carry out the following maintenance operations:
Battery replacement
On the Maintenance paragraph the proper instructions are given
Any other change on the equipment should be carried out by qualified
personnel.
* Follow the
cleaning instructions
described in the Maintenance paragraph
to
3 I NS TA LLATI ON
3. 1 P ower supply
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The
is an portable instrument powered by a built-in 7.2 V NiCd
rechargeable battery. Before taking any measurement, the user should m ake sure
that the battery is fully charged (use the charge/discharge charger supplied with the
instrume nt).
3.1.1 Recharging the battery
The battery charger has an automatic safety circuit to prevent any possible
damage to the unit as a result of defective batteries.
The instrument is equipped with a 230 V / 50-60 Hz m ains adaptor for Europe
and other countries to power the battery charger. (See accessories to place an
order for other types of adapters.)
1) Connect the cable from the mains adapter to the charger. Connect the
once
adapter to the mains. Insert the battery in the charger
charger
Discha rge the ba tte ry prior to carrying out the charging process
2)
is connecte d to the ma ins
.
the adapter-
in order to
eliminate any possible residual charge. In order to do so, press button A
situated on the right (see figure 1). At this point, a small yellow light com es
on and the process of discharging is under way. When discharging is
completed, the charger automatically sets the process of charging
underway.
3) The
charging process
lasts for two and a half hours. When the process is
completed, the three red indicators will light up. At the same time, an
indicator will flash and an acoustic alarm will sound for 90 seconds,
indicating that the charging process has been successfully completed.
4) After this period, if the battery is not removed from the charger it will remain
in permanent
minimum char g e mode.
A green LED will flash until the battery
is removed.
CAUTION
1) Before using the charger, make sure that the adapter is suitable for the
ma ins volta g e . A n in dica to r will light u p wh e n the a da p te r is c onnecte d to
the ma ins and the cha rger is conne cted.
2) This charger is de signed for cha rging Ni-C d ba tteries.
3) In order to prolong the lifetime of the batteries, it is advisable not to remove
it from the ch a rge r wh ile the ch a rging proc e ss is still unde r way.
4) The ma ins a dapte r and the ba ttery cha rger a re de signed for indoor use.
5) When using the batte ry first time, it is advisable to carry out two charging
and discha rging processes into the charger itself, in order to e liminate any
possible memory effect, accumulated during the period it has been in
storage.
Figure 1.-
CB-410 battery charger and mains adapter.
3.2 Installing the battery
Atta ching the batte ry
CB-038
Use
batteries only.
To attach the battery, position it on the base of the arrows found on the back
of the instrument. Slide the battery until you hear a click and it remains fixed,
as shown in the figure 2.
Figure 2.-
Re moving the ba ttery
Installation of the CB-038 battery.
The battery is accessible from the back of the instrument. To disconnect the
battery, press the tab found at one end of it (1) and move the battery to
separate it from the body of the instrument (2). The battery will be released
from its holder. Then slide the battery out, as shown in figure 3.
Figure 3.-
Removing the battery.
3.3 Installation and start-up
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The
battery is installed and the instrument is connected, the version of the instrument
and the channel plan which it has stored will appear on the display for a few
moments.
When this indication appears, the instrument is in channel tuning mode. By
means of the program RM-006, one c an select the starting up of the instrument in
one of the three tuning modes: FREQ or CHAN.
When the ON/OFF key [12] is pressed, the instrument is then in "automatic cutoff" mode; in other words, the device is automatically disconnected when twelve
minutes in operation have gone by without a key being pressed.
The automatic cut-off mode c an be deactivated by holding down the ON/O FF
key for one or two seconds when the device is connected. The indicator "manual
power off" will appear on the display.
has been designed for use as portable equipment. When the
If the battery is low (at a voltage of less than 6.5 V ), a blinking
message will appear on the display [3]. When the v oltage is lower than 6.0 V, the
instrument disconnects.
A fully charged battery can power the equipment non-stop for more than an
hour and a half. At 30% stop/start of intermittent operation, the battery can power
it for up to five hours. When the LOW BATTERY indicator appears, the battery must
be recharged.
When a fully discharged battery is installed, it is possible that, due to residual
charges, the
automatically disconnect before the message LOW BATTERY appears on the display.
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may start up. In this case, the instrument will
LOW BATTERY
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4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 Description of the controls and elements
Front P ane l
Figure 4.-
Front view.
[1]
F-F (or F-BNC or F-IEC) adaptor
Maximum input voltage level 60 VAC rms /50-60 Hz
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[7]
[8]
[9]
"F" male base connector
Alphanumeric display with back lighting. Indicates the level, the
measurement mode (analogue or digital channels), tuning (frequency /
channel), the sound system and the measurements of the video/audio
and carrier/noise ratios.
Rotary switch. Used for continuous tuning control or for selecting the
various options associated with each key.
Keyboard. Seven keys for selecting the functions
Connection to computer (for option RM-006)
0CA2170 specific connection cable supplied with option RM-006
Do not connect any cable other than that supplied by the
manufacturer with option RM-006, otherwise the instrument may
suffer serious da mage .
Loudspeaker
Volume control
External headphones connector
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